For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,083 students in 47042, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47042, IN are South Ripley Junior High School, South Ripley Elementary School and South Ripley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47042 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47042, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47042, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Ripley Junior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1589 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-0909
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-0909
Gr: 7-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
South Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1568 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5383
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5383
Gr: PK-6 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
South Ripley High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1589 S Benham Rd
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5303
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5303
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
Southeastern Career Center
Vocational School
901 West Us 50
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5253
Versailles, IN 47042
(812) 689-5253
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47042, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47042, IN include South Ripley Junior High School, South Ripley Elementary School and South Ripley High School.
How many public schools are located in 47042?
4 public schools are located in 47042.
What is the racial composition of students in 47042?
47042 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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